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I would like to get suggestions on agendas of other support groups.... like speakers

I would like to get some ideas on how other support group agendas, Speakers, any ideas would be most appreciated. What format do you use.. Question and answer session.. speakers..... Thanks so much    — diannapullen (posted on January 26, 2004)

January 26, 2004
I know that my support group has invited a pharmacist, Psych doctor, Medical doctor, health club director, nutritionist, plastic surgeon, etc. We have also had people speak on their experiences usually if they are over a year post- op. They prepare and give their story. Just some info for you good luck
   — Jencastle

January 26, 2004
hi, i just skimmed over your profile and see that you read colleen cooks book. i recommend you give her a call and/or attend one of her support group leader training sessions. as you know she is with bariatric support centers international and they have their own website. she would be more than happy to help you with some ideas. tell her patsy in las vegas, referred you.
   — PATSY N.

January 27, 2004
I love the format of one of the support groups I attend. The first 1/2 hour is a guest speaker, followed by 20 minutes or so of questions. Then the 2nd hour we break down into smaller groups by how far out you are. The group leader is usually the one furthest out in that particular group. Being almost 2 years post-op, I get no benefit to being in a support group filled with pre-op or early post-op concerns. The small break out group is perfect for me as we can concentrate on the issues that effect us as longer term posties. One of the guest speakers was a long term postie who had a gazillion recipes for protein shakes. She had several blenders, lots of ingrediants, dozens of baby paper cups and we all got to sample. My favorite guest speaker!!
   — Cindy R.